Matthew 19:23
Then Jesus said to his disciples: “Amen, I say to you, that the wealthy shall enter with difficulty into the kingdom of heaven.
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In Context
22And when the young man had heard this word, he went away sad, for he had many possessions.
Cross References
Deuteronomy 8:10So then, when you have eaten and been satisfied, you should bless the Lord your God for the excellent land which he has given to you.
Psalms 49:6And the heavens will announce his justice. For God is the judge.
Proverbs 11:28Whoever trusts in his riches will fall. But the just shall spring up like a green leaf.
Matthew 5:20For I say to you, that unless your justice has surpassed that of the scribes and the Pharisees you shall not enter into the kingdom of heaven.
Matthew 18:3And he said: “Amen I say to you, unless you change and become like little children, you shall not enter into the kingdom of heaven.
Mark 10:23And Jesus, looking around, said to his disciples, “How difficult it is for those who have riches to enter into the kingdom of God!”
Matthew Henry on Matthew 19:17-23
The Rich Ruler's Enquiry; The Rich Ruler's Disappointment. 16 And, behold, one came and said unto him, Good Master, what good thing shall I do, that I may have eternal life? 17 And he said unto him, Why callest thou me good? there is none good but one, that is, God: but if thou wilt enter into life, keep the commandments. 18 He saith unto him, Which? Jesus said, Thou shalt do no murder, Thou shalt not commit adultery, Thou shalt not steal, Thou shalt not bear false witness, 19 Honour thy father and thy mother:… Read the whole commentary →